Board Director Online

Self-paced, eLearning for rapid upskilling of senior executives to help grow stronger, more effective boards.

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FLEXIBLE TRAINING TO DEVELOP BOARD SKILLS

Curated by experts in their field, Board Director Online contains a range of training courses suitable to current board members as well as helping to prepare business leaders for future board positions.

Supported by the latest digital technology, Board Director Online delivers digestible, interactive and engaging content, providing a highly motivated learning environment. Courses can be started and finished at any time, providing participants with a flexible learning experience.

Participants will have the opportunity to check their knowledge and skill gains with regular assessments and scenarios throughout. All courses have a final assessment or a summary of actionable insights for learners to reflect on what has been taught. Participants will also receive an official CPD certification to highlight their achievement upon completion.

KEY BENEFITS


 

For Businesses

  • Offer your business leaders a flexible training solution which suits those time-poor individuals who need to work at their own pace

  • Mitigate risk by providing your board members and any subsidiary boards with a clear understanding of board best practice and the skills and knowledge needed to successfully undertake the role

  • Prepare your senior leaders for future board positions and to give a rounded overview of the role of the board and how to approach current interactions at board level

  • Access discounted rates and management tools to oversee the engagement with the eLearning courses of multiple users


For Individuals

  • Develop confidence to pursue your board career

  • Address knowledge gaps and broaden your contribution by engaging with these specific topics

  • Gain a broad overview of the key technical skills required to successfully undertake a board role whilst also understanding the importance of the effective behaviours in board settings

  • Mitigate your personal liability by gaining a clear understanding of the technical knowledge needed to undertake the role

  • Develop solid foundation knowledge and learn how to apply it; courses are designed by practicing, experienced board members and governance experts on the skills and knowledge needed to be an effective board member

 

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  • THE ROLE OF THE BOARD

    This course considers the relationships between the key board members, the board and the committees, and other internal and external stakeholders.

    It discusses what makes an effective board, the role that board evaluations can play in improving performance and examines how important the issue of succession planning is.

    4 hour course - £500 +VAT

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  • THE ROLE OF A BOARD MEMBER

    This course considers board structure and practice and looks at the specific duties and liabilities associated with being a director.

    It discusses why corporate governance is important and why it should be so much more than a simple box ticking exercise. It sets out the key tasks associated with being a board member as well as the personal attributes and skills needed to carry out the role effectively.

    4 hour course - £500 +VAT

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  • ESSENTIAL FINANCIAL SKILLS FOR BOARD MEMBERS

    This course is designed for those not from a finance background who need to build the essential knowledge in the field to be effective and drive company’s performance.

    It will provide a solid foundation in finance and accounting from a board-level perspective and will focus on the methods of raising finance, reporting financial information, considering investments, valuations and acquisitions as well as the best practices of working with both internal and external auditors.

    4 hour course - £500 +VAT

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  • CULTURE, STRATEGY AND THE BOARD

    This course provides an understanding of the concepts and the tools required to align culture and strategy for long-term success.

    It explores the board’s role in setting and monitoring culture, the difference between purpose and vision, what a good set of core values looks like, and how to ensure the effective implementation of strategy for strategic advantage.

    4 hour course - £500 +VAT

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  • PROFESSIONAL DIRECTOR PACKAGE

    The following 4 courses are available as one package:

    • The Role of the Board

    • The Role of a Board Member

    • Essential Financial Skills for Board Members

    • Culture, Strategy and the Board

    Whether you are a newly appointed director, already have board experience, or are not yet working at board level, the Professional Director Package will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the role of a board director.

    Purchase all four courses together, and receive £150 discount on the cost of taking them separately.

    The package consists of 16 hours of learning is available for £1850 + VAT.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT COURSE

GETTING YOUR FIRST BOARD ROLE

This course is an online alternative to the How To Get Your First Non-Executive Director Role workshop, offering flexibility for those who are unable to attend in person.

This is a practical course designed specifically for aspiring board directors who are actively looking to secure their first board position.

It will provide a clear overview of the realities of the board market, the skills that boards are looking for, and guidance on effectively articulating your unique value proposition and distinguishing yourself from the competition.

WHY JOIN THIS COURSE?

• Explore the realities of the board market including hot topics for boards

• Gain a clear understanding of what boards are looking for and how to distinguish yourself from the competition

• Learn how to effectively articulate your unique value proposition and what you will bring to a board

• Gain a clear plan of action on how to approach and find board opportunities

• Learn how to identify and manage your network as an aspiring board member

• Develop greater confidence in how to prepare and excel at board interviews

• Understand how to create an impactful board CV and profile

2 hour course - £250 +VAT

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MEET THE FACULTY

TRUSTED BY LEADING ORGANISATIONS GLOBALLY

  • HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

    “We went to the FT Board Director Programme’s online courses to ensure that all board members had a similar understanding of first principles. All modules were available, and they were completed with enthusiasm. The flexibility of the online learning was welcomed, and no matter how experienced members were, everyone participated willingly, and the feedback was positive. The programme has helped raise our confidence that we are performing to the highest standards.”

    Marshall Bailey, Chair, FSCS

  • HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

    “My Non-Exec Portfolio has grown to three positions and I believe this training most definitely played a part in helping to secure these new roles. The modules were so informative, particularly the Finance for Non-Finance programme, as this is definitely not my strong point. There were many takeaways that will help me understand what I should be looking out for when reviewing the company accounts and it gave me that additional confidence. Completing this training flexibly really has paid dividends.”

    Jill Berry, Senior Independent Director, London Football Association

  • HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

    “The FT Board Director Online Course was well structured, clearly presented and engaging across all modules. I was particularly interested in the "Culture, Strategy and the Board" module, where we delved into important areas beyond regulatory compliance and financial KPIs. I recommend for all new Directors.”

    Steve Peters, Commercial Director | Proptech Aero Limited (A Segers Group Company)

  • HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

    “Board Director Online is a concise and effective training programme which highlights important considerations for UK board members. A key feature was being able to complete the courses flexibly, at my own pace.”

    Chair, UK Plc

  • HEAR WHAT OUR ALUMNI HAVE TO SAY

    “The Role of a Board Member is an excellent course.”

    Philip Harrison, Managing Director

 

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